Former Green Bay Packers middle linebacker Blake Martinez worked out with the Carolina Panthers on Wednesday. Martinez retired from football last year after being released by the Las Vegas Raiders. He spent time with the Green Bay Packers from 2016-2019.
Veteran LB Blake Martinez worked out today for the #Panthers.
After retiring last November, the 29-year-old Martinez got his release from Las Vegas last week and is looking to make a comeback. pic.twitter.com/D0i1ylQyw7
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) October 25, 2023
Why Might The Former Green Bay Packers LB Come Out Of Retirement
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Former football player Blake Martinez retired in 2022 and started a business selling Pokémon trading cards and making millions off of selling the cards on Whatnot. In August 2023, accusations surfaced that Blake Martinez’s Pokémon stream on the Whatnot platform scammed buyers. Several videos were released, providing evidence of the alleged scams, and the Pokémon community initiated an investigation into the matter. RattlePokémon, a streamer, published a series of videos on YouTube regarding the issue. As a result of the allegations, Whatnot permanently banned Blake’s Breaks and several associates from their platform.
Martinez is currently seeking a new source of income as he is no longer allowed to sell Pokémon cards, which has damaged his reputation in Pokémon trading cards. Observing if any team decides to sign him and how well he performs after returning to the NFL will be intriguing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What ex football player sold Pokemon cards?
Former Green Bay Packers linebacker Blake Martinez transitioned from football to selling Pokémon cards. However, one marketplace recently banned him from selling due to reported customer misconduct.
What nationality is Blake Martinez?
Blake Martinez is of Mexican-American descent and was born in Tucson, Arizona to Marc and Carrisa Martinez. He attended Canyon del Oro High School in Oro Valley, where he played tight end, running back, and linebacker under head coach Dustin Peace.
